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Nature's Lap

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A two-story wooden cabin with a balcony, situated on a grassy field with a wooden fence in the background.
A grassy field with a wooden fence and a metal gate.
A grassy field with a wooden fence and trees in the background.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, toaster, kettle, microwave, and a small sink.
A wooden cabin with a bunk bed, a small table, and a chair.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Shared kitchen access
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Te Arai, Auckland
  • Place, Te Hana Reserve
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Mangawhai Village Market
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Mangawhai Heads Beach
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

TUI

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

TUI Wharepaku

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Nature's Lap

Fully insulated cabin with 2 queen beds . Can accommodate 4 adults. Has a communal kitchen shared with another similar cabin.
This is on a small lifestyle block and has a few animals on the farm. Sheep, Donkeys and a few hens.
20 minute drive to Mangawhai Heads beautiful white sand beach and chocolate factory. Weekend farmers market on Saturday at Mangawhai.

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children under 2 to be strictly monitored
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Events

No events allowed
Ask owner
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No footwear inside the cabins.
Parking outside the fence.
No entry into the paddock

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9485150
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Ask owner
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Te Arai

Located in Te Arai, this cabin is in a rural area. Mangawhai Golf Club and Te Whai Bay Wines are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit SheepWorld and Action Ninja World. Goat Island and Reptile Park are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as kayaking.
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Te Arai, Auckland

What's nearby

  • Te Hana Reserve - 15 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Mangawhai Village Market - 25 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Mangawhai Museum - 30 min drive - 25.6 km
  • Mangawhai Heads Beach - 37 min drive - 29.9 km
  • Mangawhai Cliff Walk - 37 min drive - 29.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Bennetts Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Mangawhai Tavern - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪La Nonna Italian Bakery - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Te Hana Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Little Red Fish - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nature's Lap pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Nature's Lap?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-out at Nature's Lap?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Nature's Lap located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 12 miles (20 km) of Te Hana Reserve, Kaipara Harbour and Mangawhai Public Library. Mangawhai Village Market and Te Arai Reserve are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

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Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely hosts

Fun ... lots of animals around, easy parking. (Not wheelchair accessible for those that need this which we didn't )
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan, 2024
It was a pleasure to host Sharyn and her family! We look forward to seeing them again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning

Anu was lovely and very helpful host. We all felt very comfortable and welcomed. The cabin had everything we needed. Was very tidy and amaculate. Great location! 100% highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jan, 2022
It was an absolute pleasure to host Tiria and her friends. They were very tidy and clean. Dear Tiria, Thank you for your kind words and awesome review. We enjoyed having you and your friends over too. Look forward to seeing you all again. Until then take care and stay safe.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very friendly People , We shall definitely visit again.

Beautiful view outside ,Totally different experience . Much Much better than expensive hotels. This is nest in Jungle. I love this place ,definitely visit again and don't forget to take picture with Moses family.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jan, 2021
It was an absolute pleasure to host you and your family.... Thank you for your lovely review. We look forward to seeing you again. Kind regards Anu and Ravi Moses

About the host

Hosted by Anu Moses

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